1992 Ferrari 456 vs. 1982 Lamborghini Countach
To start off, 1992 Ferrari 456 is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lamborghini Countach. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lamborghini Countach would be higher. At 5,472 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Ferrari 456 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Ferrari 456 (436 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1982 Lamborghini Countach. (375 HP @ 7000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Ferrari 456 should accelerate faster than 1982 Lamborghini Countach. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Ferrari 456 weights approximately 220 kg more than 1982 Lamborghini Countach. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1992 Ferrari 456 (550 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 139 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Lamborghini Countach. (411 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1992 Ferrari 456 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Lamborghini Countach.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Ferrari 456 | 1982 Lamborghini Countach | |
| Make | Ferrari | Lamborghini |
| Model | 456 | Countach |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1982 |
| Body Type | Convertible | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 5472 cc | 4754 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 436 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 550 Nm | 411 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88 mm | 85.6 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 69 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 2 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 2010 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1080 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2460 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 110 L | 80 L |
